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Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker are backstage at AAA TripleManía XXXIII in Mexico City, supporting the event and possibly overseeing production, highlighting a deepening WWE-AAA partnership amid a lineup featuring top WWE talent.
After the May 28 edition of WWE NXT, which featured Ethan Page's debut and Jordynne Grace's appearance, an old image of Shawn Michaels as a chef went viral. Grace noticed and gifted Michaels a meme-inspired item, which he loved and made his profile picture on social media.
WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels, also known as "The Heartbreak Kid," spoke about his career and current role as Lead Creative of NXT, expressing his joy in developing young wrestling talent. He discussed the passion and dedication required in the industry and shared his excitement for the upcoming NXT Vengeance Day event at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville.
WWE executive Bruce Prichard claims Shawn Michaels made John Cena the man with their WWE Title match at WrestleMania 23, while Josh Barnett discusses potential crossover opportunities between WWE and UFC. Mansoor recalls the importance of his match with Cesaro at Crown Jewel 2019 and the infamous flight delay afterward, attributing it to a dispute between WWE and the Saudi Sports Authority.
Rumors suggest that CM Punk's involvement in negotiations for Raw's next TV deal has changed significantly, with Punk being a major selling point. Punk surprised everyone by showing up at the WWE Performance Center and working with wrestlers, including NXT talents. However, there are no plans for Punk to take over NXT from Shawn Michaels anytime soon. Punk was also observed observing TV production at the PC. AEW had a talent meeting planned for their Dec. 3 Collision but it was cancelled for unknown reasons. Jack Perry, aka Jungle Boy, has filed for trademarks on "Jurassic Express" and "A Boy and His Dinosaur".
CM Punk has been actively involved in WWE's developmental system, particularly NXT, since his return to the company. He has been visiting the WWE Performance Center, watching matches with younger talent, giving advice, and exploring various technical areas. Punk's interest in NXT has led to speculation that he hopes to succeed Shawn Michaels in overseeing the developmental program, although there are currently no plans for Michaels to be replaced. Punk is scheduled to have his first WWE match in nearly a decade on December 30 against Dominik Mysterio at a live event in Inglewood, CA.
Former "NXT" Champion Carmelo Hayes has been announced by Shawn Michaels as the "NXT" representative in the ongoing WWE United States Championship tournament on "WWE SmackDown." Hayes joins a field of competitors vying for a shot at the United States Champion Logan Paul, with several wrestlers already eliminated from the tournament. Hayes, a former "NXT" North American Champion and Cruiserweight Champion, has been with WWE since February 2021 and made his main roster debut earlier this year.
CM Punk made an appearance at WWE NXT Deadline, teasing a potential signing with NXT. Reports indicate that Punk was well-received backstage and had positive interactions with Triple H. The appearance was pitched at the WWE SmackDown taping, and Punk was available to NXT talent throughout the event. Fans will have to wait until Monday Night RAW for Punk's decision on which brand he will sign with.
CM Punk made a surprise appearance at NXT Deadline, teasing a potential signing with Raw, SmackDown, or even NXT. After joking around with Shawn Michaels, Punk's music played and he left without delivering any news.
CM Punk teased a possible appearance at WWE NXT Deadline during his time on SmackDown, mentioning a scheduled call with Shawn Michaels about joining NXT. While it's unlikely he will sign with NXT, even a backstage appearance at the Deadline event would generate buzz and attract more viewers. The event can be watched live on the Peacock app.
Former AEW wrestler Brian Pillman Jr., now known as Lexis King in NXT, has been prominently featured in one of NXT's biggest storylines and is set to have his first match at a WWE premium live event. Shawn Michaels, in charge of NXT, praised King's adaptability and hunger, stating that he needed the structure provided by NXT. This sends a message to young talents considering WWE or AEW, emphasizing the potential benefits of NXT's structure.
WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels revealed that NXT star Wes Lee will be stepping away from the ring due to a back injury that requires surgery, keeping him out of action for eight to 12 months. Dragon Lee will replace him in a match against Dominik Mysterio for the North American Championship at "NXT" Deadline. Michaels praised Lee for his performance and expressed his excitement for Dragon Lee's return to NXT.
Several WWE NXT talents and personnel, including Shawn Michaels, have arrived in Bridgeport, CT, for the Deadline event on December 9th. Notable names present also include Matt Bloom, Terry Taylor, Oney Lorcan, Kelly Kincaid, and Alicia Warrington. Izzi Dame and Cora Jade are mentioned as well, but Wes Lee is reportedly absent due to a back injury. The event's significance and impact on WWE NXT's direction remain to be seen.
WWE legend Shawn Michaels discusses Lexis King's adaptation to the structure of NXT and praises his persistence and willingness to learn. Michaels expresses excitement for King's upcoming match against Carmello Hayes at NXT Deadline and believes King has the potential to succeed in NXT.
Former AEW star Lexis King, now part of the WWE roster, has been praised by Shawn Michaels for his adaptability and hunger to learn. Michaels believes King will be a prime example of what NXT can do for a wrestler's career. King's match against Carmelo Hayes at NXT Deadline is highly anticipated and expected to open the show.